Illustrated Folio Depicting an Execution

Description:

Illustrated Folio Depicting an Execution, Persia, possibly 16th/17th century, ink, opaque color, and gold on paper, with text in nastaliq calligraphy above, framed and glazed, sight size 11 x 7 1/2 in.
Estimate $500-700

Not examined out of frame, restoration, water damage, paint and gilt loss, some loss of details, calligraphy smudged in areas.


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